Best Danawilliams Podcasts (2025)

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Weekly Leader's Digest: How to strengthen your strategic thinking skills 6:26

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We're kicking off our June Weekly Leaders Digest series focused on Upskilling Through Strengths. In today’s fast-paced world, strengthening our ability to think ahead, analyze information, and spot trends is essential. The good news? You don’t need complex training programs—small, intentional practices can lead to big growth. To find out more about…

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How to Negotiate with Confidence with Susie Tomenchok, Executive Coach and Negotiation Expert - Episode 270 35:01

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My guest today is strengths coach and negotiation expert Susie Tomenchok. We discuss the importance of discovering authentic purpose and how a negotiator's mindset can transform personal and professional interactions. Susie shares actionable insights on framing asks, emotional agility, and advocating for oneself. Throughout the conversation, Susie …

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Weekly Leader's Digest: How do you lead others through change? 9:29

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How do you lead others through uncertainty? Here's what I've observed working with leaders across industries: Uncertainty doesn't just create challenges—it creates fear. And fear paralyzes teams faster than anything else. The greatest leadership opportunity during change isn't providing all the answers—because let's be honest, you don't have them a…

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Navigating New Leadership Roles with Bonnie Endicott, HR and Talent Executive - Episode 268 36:06

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Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Andrew's Distributing Bonnie Edicott is my guest today. Bonnie takes us through her journey from consulting to leadership roles in various companies, including IBM, Capital One, and Southwest Airlines. Bonnie highlights the importance of self-care, being authentic, and building relationships. She emphasiz…

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Weekly Leader's Digest: How change fatigue impacts energy 10:24

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The impact of change fatigue Let's discuss something that affects every single leader I work with: change fatigue. Change fatigue is real. And it's costly. The research shows leaders experiencing constant change report 65% higher burnout rates and 40% decreased effectiveness in their decision-making. But here's the insight that transformed my own a…

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Building Beyond the Status Quo with Renee McKenney, President of Tulsa Regional Tourism - Episode 266 36:05

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On today's episode, I chat with Dana Renee McKenney, the President of Visit Tulsa. We discuss Renee's career journey through various roles at Southwest Airlines, Disney, and her leadership in Tulsa. Renee shares insights on building an authentic brand, the significance of mentorship, and the challenges and rewards of taking bold career steps. She r…

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Weekly Leader's Digest: Is your team resistant to change? 7:30

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Is your team resistant to change? "I know this change is necessary, but my team just won't get on board." Does that sound familiar? Here's what I have noticed: the challenge usually isn't the change itself. It's the disconnection that happens during transition. When your team members resist, they're rarely being stubborn. Instead, they're expressin…

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How Leaders Can Authentically Connect with their Audiences with Speaker and Coach Danny Brassell - Episode 264 34:20

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Today I welcome Danny Brassell to share his transformative life story. Danny recounts his diverse career path, starting from journalism and teaching to becoming a sought-after speaker and coach. He discusses his key moments of resilience, the impact of losing everything in a real estate scam, and how he rebuilt his life by embracing authenticity an…

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Weekly Leader's Digest: The Hidden Cost of Resisting Change 7:06

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The Hidden Cost of Resisting Change Have you noticed how resistance to change isn't just a mindset issue, it's an energy drain? Many leaders I work with discover they're spending up to 40% of their mental and emotional resources fighting changes they ultimately can't control. This resistance creates anxiety, decreases productivity, and prevents inn…

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Purpose-Driven Leadership with Dr. Olga Romero - Episode 262 36:50

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My guest today is Dr. Olga Romero who shares her inspiring journey from a corporate communications leader at Southwest Airlines to becoming a transformative figure in education. She discusses her pivotal moment of self-realization and her bold transition to teaching, leading to her role as a director at the Fort Worth School District. Olga reveals …

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Weekly Leader's Digest: Making An Impact In You Community 6:43

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How can you make an impact in your community? We're wrapping up our April wellbeing series by talking about community — feeling connected to and involved with the places and people around you. In 2025, with the division and challenges we're facing, many leaders feel pulled between work demands and wanting to make a difference. Gallup defines commun…

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How to Build Purposeful Inclusion in Your Organization with Mariana Fagnilli - Episode 260 46:41

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On today's episode, I engage in a rich conversation with Mariana Fagnilli , a pioneer in the field of inclusion-driven performance. Mariana talks her journey from being an attorney in Argentina to becoming a leader in diversity and inclusion in corporate America. We discuss the evolution and current challenges of DEI initiatives, the importance of …

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Weekly Leader's Digest: Are You Running On Empty? 10:08

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Do you feel like you’re running on empty? Today, let's talk about physical energy: the fuel that powers everything we do as leaders. You’re not alone. Despite apps and devices that promise to make us more productive, many of us end up running on empty. Gallup defines physical wellbeing simply as having good health and enough energy to get things do…

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The Path to Wholeness with Dr. Gloria Salvo - Episode 258 38:51

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Today I welcome Dr. Gloria Salvo, a Doctor and seasoned clinical cancer researcher from Argentina, now in the US, who shares her remarkable journey from traditional medicine to holistic healing. Gloria discusses her early inspirations, the challenges she faced adapting her medical career after moving to the US, and her pivot to research and compass…

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Weekly Leader's Digest: Money: Let's Talk About It 8:15

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Let’s talk about money And I don’t mean just having money, but feeling good about how you handle it. With prices still going up and jobs changing so much in 2025, many of us feel pressured to make money choices based on what others think we should do. Gallup says financial wellbeing isn't about being rich; it's about managing what you have in a way…

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Unlocking Authentic Leadership with Executive Leadership Coach, Hortense Le Gentil - Episode 256 41:50

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My guest today is Hortense le Gentil the Author of 'The Unlocked Leader.' Our conversation explores Hortense's personal journey and motivation for writing the book—a guide to help leaders unlock their full potential by facing their fears, breaking free from mind traps, and listening to their inner voice. Hortense shares insights about authentic lea…

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Weekly Leader's Digest: The Key To Fighting Loneliness 9:27

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The key to fighting loneliness Isn't it weird how in 2025, with all our amazing tech, we're more connected than ever but many of us feel lonelier? Gallup found that good relationships aren't just about having people around — they're about having people around who know the real you. Their studies show that spending at least six hours a day with peop…

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Finding Meaningful Work with Georgi Enthoven - Episode 254 37:34

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My guest today is Georgi Enthoven, an advocate for using business as a force for good. Georgi shares her journey of finding her authentic self, moving from ambition-driven to meaningful work, and balancing a successful career while making a positive impact. Highlights include her experiences in Mexico, writing her book 'Work That's Worth It,' and h…

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Weekly Leader's Digest: Do You Like What You Do? 8:55

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Do you like what you do each day? Let's talk about purpose – that feeling that what you do really matters. With AI doing more and more of our work, I keep hearing leaders ask, "What's my purpose when a computer can do my job?" But purpose starts with a simple question: Do you like what you do each day? If you can say yes to that, you're twice as li…

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Accelerating Women’s Wellbeing: A Panel Discussion (Part 2) - Episode 252 24:49

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In this second part of our 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 panel we have a comprehensive discussion on how organizations can move beyond basic inclusion to ensure women feel heard, valued, and supported within a community with purpose. We discuss the importance of leadership commitment, accountability, and effective ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) a…

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Weekly Leader's Digest: Leading through digital change 5:35

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How do you lead through digital change? This week, as we continue celebrating Women’s History Month, we’re diving into the world of digital transformation and how trailblazing leaders like Ginni Rometty are leading the charge. Ginni’s work at IBM, where she shifted the focus from traditional degrees to skill-based hiring, shows that tech innovation…

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Accelerating Women's Wellbeing Panel Part 1 - Episode 250 41:13

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In this empowering session focused on accelerating women's wellbeing. I moderate an an eclectic panel of influential women. The panelists are 𝗥𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗹 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗼𝗻 – VP, AT&T (Social Wellbeing) 𝗗𝗿. 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘃𝗼 – Medical Doctor (Physical Wellbeing) 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲 – Finance Communications Leader (Financial Wellbeing) 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗙𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶 – Inclusion & Community…

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Weekly Leader's Digest: How can you lead authentically? 5:42

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Leading with authenticity This week, we’re exploring how authentic leadership drives change and leaves a lasting impact. When you lead from a place of true self-awareness, like former CEO Rosalind Brewer, you can transform industries and create meaningful opportunities for others. Her journey—from unit supervisor to Fortune 500 CEO—shows us that th…

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Authenticity, Delegation, and Managerial Success with Lia Garvin, “Team Whisperer”- Episode 248 38:38

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Lia Garvin, also known as the Team Whisperer, shares her journey from managing team operations at Microsoft, Apple, and Google to becoming a successful team management consultant and author. Lia discusses the challenges she faced in improving communication and team efficiency in big tech, and how she transitioned to helping smaller businesses. She …

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Weekly Leader's Digest: How do you bridge innovation gaps? 6:15

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Bridging innovation gaps This month, as we celebrate Women's History Month, we're highlighting women who have trailblazed in their fields and the lessons we can learn from their leadership journeys. Today I want to explore the question: how do you bridge innovation gaps? One standout leader is Rachel Moyle Smith, who revolutionized veterans’ health…

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Empowering the Next Generation with Robyn Brown, founder of Bold Idea - Episode 246 34:14

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My guest today is Robyn Brown, founder of Bold Idea, a nonprofit organization in Dallas focused on expanding access to computer science education for students in grades 3 through 12. Robyn shares her personal story of how she transitioned from a public relations career to launching Bold Idea, motivated by her own experiences and a passion for mento…

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Weekly Leader's Digest: Be a trailblazer 5:30

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What does it mean to trailblaze? As we celebrate Women’s History Month in March, we’re going to be exploring what it means to trailblaze as a leader. When I think of women trailblazers, I think of Vernice "FlyGirl" Armour, America's first black female combat pilot. Her story is a reminder that breaking barriers isn’t just about personal success—it’…

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Building Authentic Relationships in Business with Syndicated Columnist Josh Elledge - Episode 244 49:42

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In this engaging conversation, my guest Josh Elledge shares his dynamic journey from a Navy broadcast journalist to becoming a chief revenue officer and successful entrepreneur. He reveals how his diverse experiences, mentorships, and commitment to authenticity shaped his career. Throughout the discussion, Josh emphasizes the importance of relation…

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Weekly Leader's Digest: Adapting your partnerships for the future 5:51

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It Gets to Be Easy with Lifestyle Designer and Author Julia Henning - Episode 242 36:23

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Julia Henning, a lifestyle designer who shares her journey from acting to becoming a life coach and author. Julia discusses the gap she identified in the coaching industry and how she blends counseling with coaching to help people design lives that align with their true selves. She delves into her personal struggles with privilege, authenticity, an…

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Weekly Leader's Digest: Let’s talk about trust 6:01

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Navigating Major Career Transitions with Author and Consultant Jennifer Robin Wilson - Episode 240 32:43

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My guest is Jennifer Robin Wilson Today, Jennifer talks about her inspiring journey from being a registered midwife to becoming the CEO of a family business, and now transitioning into a writer and coach. Jennifer shares her life pivots, the challenges of running a homestay placement company for international students, and the lessons she learned a…

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Weekly Leader's Digest: How to create synergy in your partnerships 6:32

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The Power of Choosing Your Purpose with Coach, Speaker, and Author Kellan Fluckiger (Episode 238) 39:07

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Enter into white space As we enter Thanksgiving week, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the importance of “white space”—those strategic pauses that give us time to recharge and think deeply, as Juliette Funt discusses in her book, A Minute to Think. Whether you're gearing up for family gatherings or managing work responsibilities, white space…